Pictured: Julian Rodriguez and his partner Joel Jusino, with Mr. Rodriguez’s daughters from a previous marriage.

The family is just one of around 1500 same-sex couples with children in the Bronx, New York. The New York Timesreports that "same-sex couples in the Bronx are more likely to have children than those in any other New York City borough, according to a study released last month, and perhaps more than any county in the country."

Well, someone has to look after all the orphans abandoned by straight people - assuming that a large proportion of the children raised by gay couples have been adopted...

"I would also like to take this opportunity to squash the persistent rumours about mysterious 'disappearances' and emphasize that rural and urban areas are now enjoying a life of harmony and peace. I'm sure you're glad to hear this. And I'm happy you're glad."